JOTW 48-2008

The Greater Washington Chapter of the Surface Navy Association is raising $30,000 to buy a modified wheelchair conversion van for Operation Second Chance to transport wounded warriors in and around Washington, D.C. to receive medical treatment and attend sporting events and entertainment. Our current total is about $11,000.

Visit https://www.navysna.org/Events/OperationSecondChance.asp to report your contribution to Operation Second Chance.

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Where in the world is the Great White Fleet?

http://www.navy.mil/gwf/

JOTW 48-2008

1 December 2008

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Issue number 762

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In this issue (Remember, to see the job descriptions and how to follow up, scroll down):

*** One Paragraph Pitch

*** Rock and Roll Trivia

1.) Professor and Dean of the Diederich College of Communication, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI

“It's gotta be one of the great games we've had at the school in a long time and Brookline deserves a lot of credit hanging in there the way they did,'' said North coach Peter Capodilupo, who played for North in the mid 60s and served as a Tiger assistant coach late 70s before taking over as head coach in 1984. Capodilupo improved his Thanksgiving head coaching record to 13-12.

(Peter Capodilupo was my high school English teacher.)

*** Mumbai:

Dear JOTW-ers,

Thank you all for the many emails, tweets, and Facebook notes of concern and support I received over the past few days, while the Mumbai attacks were taking place. As those of you who followed my live-tweeting of the events know, I was consumed by what was transpiring in my country of origin almost as soon as it started, until the last seige at the Taj ended. Like all of you, I could not believe what I was seeing and hearing; like all of you I am heartbroken by the devastation. In case I have not been able to respond to you personally yet, I apologize, and I found out late on Friday night (EST) that my family and friends are alive and safe, some having had extremely close escapes.

More than ever, over these past few days, I have seen just how strong the power of human connection is, regardless of race, geography or creed. And I am greatly touched and moved by the overwhelming affection you have shown, towards myself and so many others, all around the world. Since the relaxed Thanksgiving I was looking forward to took a backseat, I am taking this opportunity to thank you, each and every one of you, for being amazing human beings; for being part of my extended family; for everything you do, day in and day out, to bring people closer together, whether at work or at play. I am blessed to be part of this incredible network. Thank you.

—

Shonali Burke, ABC

www.linkedin.com/in/shonaliburke

Skype: sburke15 | Follow me on Twitter: www.twitter.com/shonali

President-Elect, IABC/Washington | www.iabcwashington.org

*** Site Traffic for November 2008:

Distinct hosts served: 14,956

Total page views: 62,047

*** From Denny Moynihan:

Ned,

Every week I'm incredibly impressed by your passion, energy and your

network. I expect nothing less from a member of Red Sox Nation. Hope

all is well.

Denny

(I have an important mission to keep hope alive for those looking for work. As a lifelong Red Sox fan, I know what that's all about.)

*** From Erinn Figg:

Hi Ed,

You are my hero. (Well, one of them.) Your JOTW newsletter is not only helpful but also hilarious, as is your Web site. Please holler if you're ever looking for a dynamic addition to your team of communications professionals. (If so, I promise I'll never use the word “holler” again.) My credentials are summarized on my page. At the moment I'm doing consulting work, at home, in pajamas. Frankly, it's not the dream I always thought it would be.

You've been something of a “mentor from afar” to me during the past several months. As such, I'd be honored to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn.

Wishing you joy during this holiday season,

– Erinn

(I'll connect, and post this note in JOTW. But…I ain't no holla back girl.)

*** What’s the best Eggnog:

This time of year I enjoy a little egg nog. Not a lot, because in my house it’s gone before I can get much. I really miss Bergey’s Colonial Custard, an egg-nog like thick dairy drink from the now defunct Bergey’s Dairy in the Tidewater area. I think those store-brand eggnogs are just okay, and the canned stuff tastes, well, canned. The best supermarket eggnog is Southern Comfort eggnog, made by H. P. Hood, and available in Giant Supermarkets here in the D.C. area. I’d be interested in hearing what your opinion is about eggnog, good or bad, and what is the hands-down best eggnog in the world.

If you want to nominate your own concoction, we need recipes and pictures.

Respond to Ned at lundquist989@cs.com.

*** Wounded Warrior Project:

Help the Greater Washington Chapter of the Surface Navy Association raise $30,000 to buy a wheelchair conversion van for Operation Second Chance, and help our wounded warriors get out of Bethesda and Walter Reed and out to sporting events, entertainment, dining and medical appointments. Your donation will make a difference for a day or a lifetime.

You can start by checking in here:

https://www.navysna.org/Events/OperationSecondChance.asp

You can also mail a check.

Please mail check payable to Operation Second Chance, Inc. and include SNA in memo field.

This U.K. super group gave a shining glimpse of their dark side against the wall of Pompeii in a 1972 film.

(Answer? The answer is posted now on the JOTW webpage. Visit www.nedsjotw.com. Read previous questions and answers at http://www.nedsjotw.com/blog/JOTWRocknRollTriviaQuiz.)

*** Last week’s Rock n’ Roll trivia contest:

This group, originally formed to raise funds to support the Tottenham Hotspurs (Spurs) Football Club in London, was the first “British Invasion” band to tour the U.S., and had more appearances on the Ed Sullivan Show than any other U.K. group.

Mary Dixon’s answer:

answer is The Beatles, of course.

Chip Warren’s answer:

Chip Warren

(I guess you can have it any way you want it, as long as it isn't over and over and over again.

“Glad All Over”

“Bits and Pieces”

“Because”

“Anyway You Want It”

“I Like It Like That”

“Catch Us If You Can”

“Over And Over”)

Marge Kumaki’s answer:

Ned,

I have to tell you, your rock 'n roll trivia really makes my morning! But c'mon, make the questions a little harder.

While most people would say the Beatles or Stones–the right answer is the Dave Clark Five (DC5).

Keep up the good work!

Marge

*** From Mike Sorohan:

Ned,

By my calculations, the gala 1,000th issue of JOTW will take place in July 2013.

It's not too early to start planning.

Mike

*** From Tim Washer:

Hey Ned –

From the IBM Communications team: a 2min humorous animation as the

online companion to our full page ad in the NYTimes, WSJ this past Monday.

“An Exercise in Utility”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gu5vis8y3I&fmt=18

Hope you're having a good Thanksgiving Holiday.

Tim

www.timwasher.com

*** Cards:

Hi, Edward – I thought the cards for soldiers was such a great idea that I

immediately addressed a card (before I forgot the idea) and then sent the

idea to several friends and colleagues.

Unfortunately, I got a response back from one of my friends that says the

hospital won't accept the cards!

Here's the post she sent me:

http://www.snopes.com/politics/christmas/walterreed.asp

What is this … yet another example of no good deed going unpunished!

Anyway … thought I should share this …

Best regards,

Maria Fotopoulos

in Los Angeles

Oops … sorry … there was more to this … an alternative:

http://www.snopes.com/politics/christmas/soldiercards.asp

Best,

Maria

*** From Pam Denning at the American Red Cross:

Hi Ned! Hope you have a great Thanksgiving! Please see below, a special thing we do this time of year….

Support Holiday Mail for Heroes

This holiday season you can spread holiday cheer to our military with a simple card. The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes are teaming up to collect holiday greeting cards from the public for members of the military, veterans and their families in the United States and around the world. Our goal is to get one million cards this year, and with your help, we will! Visit www.redcross.org/holidaymail for all the details on how to send your card and get some help in creating one too! Once you’ve read the guidelines, mail your cards between Veterans Day, November 11 through Wednesday, December 10, to:

Holiday Mail for Heroes

P. O. Box 5456

Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456

Best,

Pam

*** From Ken Frager in Baltimore:

Ned,

Thanks again for another great issue. I noticed the last listing for bell

ringers and it occurs to me, as I am doing quite a bit of work here in

Baltimore for the Salvation Army, that bell ringers are needed in most

communities for the Red Kettle Campaign. There are local Salvation Army

affiliates around the country (and the world frankly). You can find your

local affiliate at http://www.uss.salvationarmy.org/uss/www_uss.nsf. And if

you don't want to sit out in the cold ringing a bell, you can sponsor an

online red kettle at onlineredkettle.org or on your Face Book page. Contact

me and I will help you figure out how to do it. Hopefully this isn't too

self-serving to support my client, but every bit of help is needed,

especially this year.

Thanks for all you do Ned.

*** Biggest game of the year!

Whether you went to West Point or Annapolis or not, the service rivalry of the Army-Navy football game is intense. Whether either team is any good or not makes no difference. This is the game the players play for. Navy lost to Army several years in a row by a miniscule margin, usually decided by a field goal, or a missed one anyway. Army recently set new NCAA record for most losses on a single season. They have struggled to beat anyone, although they did win some games this year. Army (3-8), has defeated LSU, Tulane and Eastern Michigan. The Black Knights lost to Rutgers 30-3, a team Navy beat. Army also lost to Air Force, another team Navy has beat That means no matter what happens next Saturday, Navy will keep the Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy at Annapolis, where it’s been for the past few years. Navy’s 7-4 record includes losses to Pitt, Notre Dame and undefeated Ball State. The fact that Navy is going to the inaugural Eagle Bank Bowl game this year means nothing. It all comes down to Army-Navy. , Saturday, Dec. 6.

One should have enormous respect for both teams, knowing none of these student-athletes are playing for the NFL scouts. For the seniors on both teams, their football playing days end with this game. It all comes to this. Then, they are go on to receive commissions as officers in the military, and serve their nation around the world in dangerous, difficult and demanding assignments. You cannot watch this game without choosing a team to root for. As a 24-year veteran of the U.S. Navy, I have chosen.

*** A guy walks into a sports bar wearing an Army Football jersey and carrying a cat that also has an Army jersey on with a little Army helmet on his head too.

The guy says to the bartender, “Can my cat and I watch the Army-Navy game here? My TV at home broke down and my cat and I always watch the game together.”

The bartender replies, “Normally, cats wouldn't be allowed in my bar, but it's not very busy in here right now, so you and the cat can have a seat at the end of the bar. But, if there's any trouble with you or the cat, I'll have to ask you to leave.”

The guy agrees, and he and his cat start watching the game. Pretty soon Army manages to kick a field goal and the excited cat jumps up on the bar, walks all the way down and gives everyone a high five.

The bartender says, “Hey, that's pretty cool! What does he do for an Army touchdown?”

The guy answers, “I don't know, I've only had him for 3 years.”

*** Once there was a season when the Navy and Army football teams were not scheduled to play each other. It seemed so unusual, that the coaches of both academies got together and decided that there should be some sort of competition between the 2 teams because of their great rivalry. They decided on a week long ice-fishing competition. The team who caught the most fish at the end of the week would win.

So on a cold northern South Dakota lake (a neutral site so no one would whine about home field advantage), they began their contest.

The 1st day, after 8 hours of fishing, Navy had caught 100 fish and Army had 0.

At the end of the 2nd day, Navy had caught 200 fish and Army had 0.

That evening the Army coach got his team together and said, “I suspect some kind of cheating is taking place.” The next morning he dressed one of his players in blue and white and sent him over to the camp to act as a spy.

At the end of the day, the spy came back to report to the coach. The coach asked, “Well, how about it, are they cheating?”

“They sure are,” the Army player reported, “They're cutting holes in the ice!”

*** West Point’s coach gave his battered Army football team a few days off. Several decided to go down to Panama City Beach for fun and relaxation.

Coach saw the players the first day back at practice and asked about their vacation.

“Not good coach,” said the players. “We never made it to the beach.”

“Why not,” the coach asked, “car trouble?”

“No,” they replied, “every few miles down the interstate we saw signs that said, 'Exit, Clean Restrooms'. You have no idea how many restrooms we cleaned between West Point and Panama City.”

*** How many Army Cadets does it take to change a tire? Just one, but he gets four hours credit and it counts as a lab science!

*** Florida Gulf Coast University bans public Christmas decorations

http://blogs.usatoday.com/ondeadline/2008/11/florida-gulf-co.html

*** Hwee Suan Ong shows us Atlantic Emerging in Dubai:

http://www.atlantisthepalm.com/grandopening.aspx

*** The November issue of Your Very Next Step newsletter is posted at www.yourverynextstep.com.

* In this issue:

* Ned celebrates Freedom in Milwaukee

* Zipper Maintenance and guaranteed repairs

* Hot Malasadas – an update

* Travel News

* YVNS “Sport You Must Try” for November: Noodling

* My Adventure: And I’m Walking in the Lion’s Den…..

* Thru-hike speed record on the A.T.

* Blaze orange is not just for hunters

* Travel, Outdoor and Adventure Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities

Visit www.yourverynextstep.com.

*** The Hospitality and Event Planning Newsletter for 1 December 2008 is posted at

www.nedsjotw.com.

*** From Bill Seiberlich:

MEDIA – November 21, 2008 – The Press Club serving the Philadelphia suburbs is hosting a media panel for communications and public relations professionals in Montgomery County. The event will be Wednesday, December 10, at The Crowne Plaza Hotel, 260 Mall Blvd., King of Prussia.

The panel will consist of Stan Huskey, editor, The Times Herald, affiliated to The Mercury and The Reporter newspapers; Michael Morsch, executive editor, Montgomery Newspapers, a chain of local community newspapers and other publications; Bernie Dagenais, editor, Philadelphia Business Journal; and Brad Segall, suburban reporter, KYW Newsradio. The theme for the meeting will be “understanding your local media and building better media relationships.”

The meeting will begin with registration at 3 p.m. and panel discussion with questions and answers at 3:30 p.m., followed by a casual reception with a cash bar and appetizers. There is a $20 fee (or $25 same day). The Crowne Plaza is located directly across from the King of Prussia Mall. Register in advance by e-mail: RSVP@ThePressClubPa.org . For program information, contact Michael Wood, 215-841-4125.

An affiliate of The National Press Club in Washington, D.C., The Press Club serving the Philadelphia suburbs is formerly known as the Delaware County Press Club, which was formed in 1979. It was renamed this year in an effort to expand its reach, programs and membership across the Philadelphia suburbs. For more information, visit www.thepressclub.org

*** Here are the job listings for this week:

1.) Professor and Dean of the Diederich College of Communication, Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI

Marquette University, a research extensive, urban Catholic, Jesuit institution in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, seeks nominations and applications for Dean of the Diederich College of Communication, appointment beginning July 1, 2009. The Dean reports to the Provost and is responsible for the academic and administrative leadership of the College.

Marquette University enrolls more than 11,000 students in undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. The Diederich College of Communication has 34 full-time faculty, 30 adjunct faculty, 70 M.A. students and 959 undergraduates with majors in Advertising, Public Relations, Broadcast & Electronic Communication, Communication Studies, Corporate Communication, Journalism, and Theatre Arts. The mass communication programs are accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC). The $28 million gift from the Diederichs has made possible building renovations, up-to-date laboratory and studio technology, scholarships for urban scholars, and generous support for faculty development and travel.

Essential Functions

Duties and Responsibilities We seek a Dean who will provide vision and leadership for the college to further enhance our national recognition and seek new opportunities to move the college forward. We want a Dean who will support the full range of disciplines within our college, foster scholarship and creative activity, strengthen teaching and learning, embrace diversity, and promote a climate of mutual support, cooperation and collegiality among faculty, staff, and students. Responsibilities include strategic planning, fiscal management, fund-raising, promotion of extramural funding, alumni and donor relations, community outreach, faculty development, personnel management, oversight of centers, institutes, student media, and the recruitment and retention of high-quality students. The Dean represents the college to the university community, alumni, donors, business and professional organizations and the public.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements for the position include: a Ph.D., record of teaching excellence and scholarly achievement, and national recognition in academic and professional organizations commensurate with appointment to a senior rank with tenure. The candidate will provide evidence of effective interpersonal and academic administrative skills and a commitment to diversity, gender equity, and the Ignatian principles that guide Jesuit education. The candidate must have administrative experience, preferably as a department chair or college administrator.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Professional experience in one of the fields of communication represented in the college is highly desirable.

Our client is an herbal nutrition and supplement company seeking an E-Commerce Marketing Guru who can successfully develop and grow their online business.

Essential Job Duties

Site Development and Design:

• Lead the development and design of the current and future Genes Today websites (multiple).

• Work with web developer, web designer, CRM team, and IS Department to ensure that website technology, structure, organization, design and functionality are customer driven, user-centric and metrics-based.

• Work with VP of Marketing to test, understand and scale Social Media Marketing and web 2.0 initiatives

Web Analytics and User Experience:

• Work with web developer, IS Department and VP of Marketing to refine site and increase performance metrics that drive the business

Your information was passed along to me by Stephen Payne. We would like post to attached job. Please let me know if you need any more information.

Thank you,

Casey E. Perlow

HR Specialist

Feld Entertainment

8607 Westwood Center Drive

Vienna, VA 22182

(f) 703-448-3606

www.feldentertainment.com

7.) MEDIA COORDINATOR, Feld Entertainment, Vienna, VA

Feld Entertainment, Inc., the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment, including Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey® Circus, Disney On Ice, Disney Live!, Doodlebops and Feld Entertainment Motor Sports is searching for a Media Coordinator to work at our world headquarters in Vienna, VA.

This position will provide media relations support for all of Feld Entertainment brands including creating, maintaining and distributing media monitoring reports; clips tracking/acquisition (print and broadcast – Burrelles, Lexis Nexis, Vocus, and VMS); developing a communications media database of media lists and implementing a public relations cost analysis system.

The requirements for this position include:

• Basic knowledge of Public Relations.

• An interest in live entertainment and media.

• Great telephone and interpersonal skills.

• Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

For a complete description of the position, please go to our website: www.feldentertainment.com, or, to apply directly, please send your resume along with a cover letter detailing your salary requirements to hrjobs@feldinc.com. EOE.

8.) Writer/Editor, Office of Public Affairs, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, US Department of State, Arlington, VA

The Weber Shandwick San Francisco office has an exciting opportunity for an Account Supervisor/Account Group Manager to join its growing Healthcare practice. This is an opportunity to join an industry leading Healthcare practice and be involved in planning world class public relations programs. Qualified candidates will have experience working with healthcare clients, and will be creative, well-rounded practitioners who are strong in account management, media relations and writing. Also important is the ability to contribute to strategic thinking and the development and execution of PR programs.

Responsibilities include:

• Serving as day-to-day client liaison

• Providing strategic counsel to clients while managing implementation of a variety of projects and client budgets

• Branding, launching product and strategy

• Participating in new business initiatives and staff development

Job Qualifications/ Requirements:

• BA or BS in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related field

Hi Ned. We would like to post this job opportunity we currently have available on your website.

Thanks so much!

Carolyn Englar (carolynenglar@rationalpr.com)

Rational PR

1155 15th St, Suite 614

Washington, D.C., 20005

20.) Director, Rational PR, Washington, D.C

A small, quickly growing public relations firm in downtown DC is hiring a director to manage several client accounts. The ideal candidate will have prior public relations experience, as well as strong writing, media relations and project management skills. He or she must be eager to work in a fast-paced environment and able to manage a diverse workload.

Directors engage in daily client consultation and strategy development, produce high-level communications materials and manage media relations campaigns. Our firm is committed to high quality, personal service and we specialize in strategic public affairs communications, reputation management, business and consumer public relations, and interactive communications.

Qualifications:

• At least four years of communications or public relations experience

Midwest Democratic Senator seeks an experienced media relations professional to serve as Press Secretary in an active Senate press office. Ideal candidate will have established relationships with print and broadcast media, strong writing and editing skills, solid news judgment, strategic planning and project management skills, and significant on-the-record experience. This position will have primary responsibility for handling the Senator’s state media portfolio. Preference will be given to candidates with Indiana ties. Campaign experience a plus.

How to Apply / Contact

Send résumé, cover letter, and three writing samples to INPressSec@gmail.com. No calls please.

Our fast-growing PR & marketing firm is looking for an Account Manager with 3 – 6 years of experience to keep us on a fast track and share in the rewards. If you are a great writer, a strategic thinker, and someone who likes both working with top-notch organizations and managing multiple priorities, we have an opportunity for you. Join us if you are committed to excellent client service and continuous professional growth. We serve clients in health care, law, commercial real estate, professional services and non-profit. Interested candidates send resume and salary history to info@carbonaragroup.com.

Position Type: Full Time

Position Reports To: Principal

Travel Required: 10% of the time (approximate)

Starts On: 13-Nov-08

Job Requirements

Experience

3 – 6 years experience in public relations. Must have a proven track record in media relations and client program development. Special event planning, marketing or advertising experience a plus. Agency experience preferred but not required.

Baltimore-based integrated marketing agency seeks a Director of Public Relations. This role will entail the management of all internal PR efforts, as well as a team of 6-8 direct reports. This individual will serve as the lead point of contact, managing C-level relationships within clients across a variety of industries.

Responsibilities:

-Manage a team of 6-8 PR professionals, providing tutelage and support as well as direction when necessary

-Integrate effectively with other groups within the agency, such as advertising and interactive

-Involve executive management in all major aspects of PR-led accounts

-Provide strategic planning for clients in all PR related matters

-Manage budget and ensure profitability of the PR group

-Work with senior management to shape and grow the PR team, including specific staffing initiatives

-Create an innovative and progressive PR culture

Requirements:

-Bachelor’s Degree required

-8+ years of agency-side PR experience

-Proven success in linking PR tactics to new media strategies

For more information, please contact Steve Boyle: 410-753-1424 or sboyle@stephenjames.com

Are you in the throes of a University degree but at the same time desperate to gain experience in the PR sector?

If so, why don't you spend your extensive holidays wisely gaining experience at the fastest growing PR company in London. Send an up to date CV and requested length of stay to recruitment@thespaway.com

My client, DaVita, Inc., is seeking a Director of Communications/Public Relations. This newly-created position requires a confident communicator with seven to ten years of experience in corporate communications with at least one year in a leadership role.

The professional in this role will have extensive experience in external communications with an emphasis on state and local media relations, including in-depth knowledge of media operations such as newsroom responsibilities and editorial decision-making. The new Director will be a strategic thinker who can conceptualize and execute advanced, integrated, and clever publicity campaigns and have the confidence to partner with C-level executives on communications projects and business decision-making. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Communications, the Director will collaborate with the Communications team and others throughout the company, to develop and implement an overall communications strategy that will advance DaVita’s reputation and growth goals in key states by increasing DaVita’s media presence.

DaVita is looking for results-driven, open-minded individuals committed to DaVita’s core values. The successful candidate will be a positive team player who understands how to operate effectively in a matrixed environment.

ABOUT DAVITA:

DaVita provides dialysis services for those diagnosed with chronic kidney failure, a condition also known as chronic kidney disease (CKD). DaVita operates over 1,400 outpatient dialysis facilities and acute units in over 700 hospitals. They are located in 43 states and the District of Columbia, serving approximately 110,000 patients.

TO APPLY:

For more information and a full position description, please submit your resume to Susan San Martin of Plan B Communications, LLC at susan@planbcomms.com.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Relocation is not available for this position.

• Healthcare issues experience preferred

• Ability to travel at least 50% of time

• Desired Location: El Segundo, CA

Thanks, Ned!!

ssm

Susan San Martin

Principal

Plan B Communications, LLC

Executive Search and Consulting Services

www.planbcomms.com

susan@planbcomms.com

626-458-6760

http://www.linkedin.com/in/susansanmartin

Hi Ned:

Here’s another posting for a new search I am conducting. Here’s the scoop:

The role: Reporting to the President/COO of this highly-regarded public affairs firm, the Practice Leader will serve as the primary strategist and business development lead for the Pharma/Biotech practice group. You need to be an expert in your industry and you must have a deep understanding of common industry practices, business relationships, and business models. You will manage at least $1.5 million in fee revenue after 12-18 months leading the practice, while building this base toward a mature practice area and broader revenue base. You identify speaking engagements, writing and seminar opportunities, and other venues to promote the DAVIES brand and identify potential clients. You will lead your team to deliver exceptional results for clients by setting an example for quality thinking and will be the primary client contact for week-to-week activities, leading and inspiring a team with insight and counsel. The professional in this role will sift through complex issues in a highly regulated, political environment and craft programs built around winning strategies and messages. He/she will manage increasingly complex campaigns, direct and mentor staff, write and edit copy, while staying on time and on budget. The successful candidate will effectively lead the project team to deliver the results needed to win and is the focal point for translating strategy and message into flawless tactical execution.

To submit a resume or for more information and a full position description, please contact Susan San Martin of Plan B Communications, LLC at susan@planbcomms.com.

I'd like to submit the following job description for inclusion in the JOTW newsletter. The position is Assistant Director for Higher Education at the Association of American Publishers in the Washington, D.C., office. Thank you.

The Association of American Publishers is seeking an Assistant Director for Higher Education. This individual will work directly with the Executive Director for Higher Education, assisting with media relations, state and federal legislative activities and member services.

A successful candidate for the position will be, first and foremost, an excellent writer, editor and communicator. Understanding of general communications strategies and the legislative process on the state and federal levels is also critical. Candidates must be able to work under pressure, be flexible, organized and manage day-to-day office activities. Working knowledge of legislative tracking programs such as Thomas.loc.gov and NetScan is a strong plus.

A minimum of 3 years related experience is necessary. Press office or Capitol Hill background a plus. A bachelor's degree is required.

Please send letter, resume to bhildebrand@publishers.org.

About AAP

The Association of American Publishers is the national trade association of the U.S. book publishing industry. AAP’s more than 300 members include most of the major commercial publishers in the United States, as well as smaller and non-profit publishers, university presses and scholarly societies. AAP’s Higher Education group represents the needs and interests of member publishers who produce instructional materials including textbooks and digital products and services for the post-secondary educational market. More information can be found at www.publishers.org and www.textbookfacts.org.

Moore College of Art and Design seeks an Assistant Director of Communications in the Communications Department. This position will assist in all areas of College communications, public relations and marketing. The position will manage design requests, print production and scheduling in addition to managing multiple client relationships, projects, budgets and timelines. This position will also support public relations strategies to include writing press releases, producing press packets and developing or maintaining media contacts. The Assistant Director will provide PR support at College events to include some evening and weekend events.

Requirements:

• BA or BFA degree in public relations, communications, English or related field.

Moore does not discriminate based on a person’s race, creed, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status or any other protected class.

*** Here is your JOTW Alternative Selection:

69.) Elk Feeder/Park Ranger (LE/Refuge), US Fish and Wildlife Service, Department Of The Interior, National Elk Refuge in Jackson, Wyoming

http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobID=77477940

*** Weekly Piracy Report:

20.11.2008: 0200 LT: Tema roads, Ghana.

Eight robbers armed with long knives boarded a container ship at anchor via the anchor chain. They took hostage two duty-crew, tied them up and robbed them. They then stole ship's equipment and stores. The duty officer, from the bridge, called the duty crew several times via UHF radio. On hearing the call the robbers they jumped overboard and escaped in a waiting boat.

22.11.2008: 0230 LT: Posn; 01:18.25N – 104:18.40E: Singapore Straits.

Five pirates armed with guns and knives boarded a tanker underway. They stole ship’s equipment and escaped once alarm raised. No injury to crew.

Owners verbally confirmed that three speedboats came alongside their fishing vessel and hijacked it. Twelve crewmembers taken hostage and vessel sailed into Somali waters.

18.11.2008: 0600 UTC: Posn: 14:23N – 051:05E Gulf of Aden.

Pirate boarded and hijacked a bulk carrier underway. 25 crewmembers have been taken hostage. A coalition aircraft flew over the vessel and sighted five armed pirates onboard with and a skiff tied alongside. The vessel was sailed into Somali waters.

15.11.2008: AM: Off Kenyan waters: Somalia.

Pirates boarded a fishing vessel, hijacked it with its 24 crewmembers, and sailed the vessel into Somali waters.

31.10.2008: 0030 LT: Posn: 01:11.0N – 103:50.5E, Singapore Straits.

Five pirates, in a wooden boat, armed with knives boarded a tanker underway. They stole ship's equipment and crew personal belongings and escaped.

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